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Nils Bosson Sture

1426 – 1494

Swedish noble

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About Nils Bosson Sture

Lived 1426 – 1494 (aged 67–68). Nils Bosson Sture was a Swedish swedish nobility.

Nils Bosson Sture (1426–1494) was a Swedish noble and supporter of Sten Sture to be King of Sweden. He is famous for his flanking movement to surprise King Christian I of Denmark's army at the Battle of Brunkeberg in 1471. He died as a politician in the Swedish government in Stockholm, a proud man.

Support of Sture

Sten Sture was elected as King Charles VIII of Sweden's successor, which was considered rebellion to Christian I of Denmark's legitimate rulership of Sweden. However, Nils Sture was a supporter of Charles VIII, and respected Sten Sture. Nils Sture was also a relative of Sten Sture as his cousin, and his support for Sten was proven family support. Christian I declared war on Sweden, and mobilized his armies. Nils joined Sten's armies in preparation to defend Sweden.

Military career

Nils Sture traveled to central Sweden to recruit more Peasant Militia and Provincial Knights as Sten was doing. When he had recruited enough men, he joined Knut Posse and Sten near Stockholm. Posse was to attack from Stockholm to the east of the Danish Army. Sten was to launch the juggernaut at the Danish front, and Nils was to attack using a flanking movement. All of the Swedes were in position, and when the time came, the battle unfolded. Nils inched around the Danish Army, but Sten was having trouble. Nils had to hurry to save the Swedish Army. His attack nailed Christian's Army, and the Danish Army was smashed. The three Swedish Generals won against the Danish. Nils switched to politics after the war, and his death was at peace.

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Important facts

Born
1426, Stockholm
Birth century
Occupation
Swedish nobility
Nationality
Positions held
Privy Council of Sweden, Høvedsmand, Knight

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Nils Bosson Sture?

Swedish noble

When was Nils Bosson Sture born?

Nils Bosson Sture was born in 1426 in Stockholm.

When did Nils Bosson Sture die?

Nils Bosson Sture died on 24 August 1494 in Stockholm.

What was Nils Bosson Sture's occupation?

Nils Bosson Sture was a swedish nobility.

What nationality was Nils Bosson Sture?

Nils Bosson Sture was Swedish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Nils Bosson Sture

· Wikidata: Q6008680

· DBpedia: Nils Bosson Sture

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